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Michigan’s Dragon at Hardy Dam: A unique trail on an international scale is in development
Published on December 19, 2016
A massive, non-motorized hiking and biking trail being developed around the Hardy Pond in Mecosta and Newaygo counties will put west Michigan on the map when it comes to outdoor adventure destinations. -
Planning commissions and zoning board of appeals required to have three year staggered terms
Published on December 19, 2016
Michigan statute requires three-year staggered terms of office. But many communities have gotten off that pattern. It is a problem that needs correcting. -
What is parliamentary procedure?
Published on December 19, 2016
How parliamentary procedure can help a variety of different groups. -
Stronger Economies Together: Could your Michigan community benefit?
Published on December 16, 2016
The United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development’s Stronger Economies Together program provides rural communities with increased capacity to work together regionally to improve economic development. -
Leaders in Economic Alliance Development: Your first step toward rural regional economic development
Published on December 16, 2016
The United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development’s Leaders in Economic Alliance Development program provides rural communities with increased capacity to work together regionally to improve economic development. -
Electing County Board Officers
Published on December 12, 2016
How does a County Commission elect its chair and vice-chair? -
Components of meeting minutes
Published on December 9, 2016
Recording the votes of members. -
What to do when the meeting must go on
Published on December 7, 2016
The object of the motion to “Fix the Time to Which to Adjourn” is to set the time, and sometimes the place, for another meeting to continue business of the session. -
Local program aims to engage youth in local government
Published on November 30, 2016
Civics programs are one way to help youth learn how local decisions are made. -
Announcing the number of votes for each candidate
Published on November 30, 2016
A reminder to count every vote and announce it for non-profit organizations.